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Weekend Getaway Without Kids: What You HAVE to Know!

Three babysitters. Five months of planning. A ten page long to-do list. Four days of child-free bliss in a foreign country. Remember the days when all you needed to get away was a passport and some vacation time? My hubs and I used to pride ourselves on perfecting the “last-minute” vacay, trying to prove that we were just too cool to actually plan our long weekends in advance. And maybe booking a flight to Vegas that was departing in two hours gave me a slight adrenaline rush. (Well, that and knowing I’d be screaming BLACKJACK! in three hours.)

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Transitioning to a New Nanny…

Saying goodbye to an old nanny and starting up with a new one can be hard on a family, especially for the children. However, being prepared for all the ups and downs of this situation can have you and your children back to normal in no time. Here are some tips on making the transition a seamless one.

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Do-It-Yourself Baby Shower Favor Ideas

Whether the budget is small or you simply want to put a personal stamp on the shower, homemade favors offer a variety of distinct options. Soaps, candles and potpourri favors are a common sight at baby showers. Departing from the traditional homemade baby favors leaves the guest in awe of the attractive and useful favors. Even those who aren’t crafty by nature can create fun baby shower favors.